Hi

As per your question Genetic counseling may be a rewarding career, as evidenced by the explosive

growth in genetic counselors; since 2006, the amount of genetic counselors has grown by 85 percent.

But there's still a requirement for more genetic counselors.

Genetic counseling provides the challenge of staying current within the ever-evolving world of genetics

and therefore the ability to attach with and empower patients, supporting them through an often-

difficult and confusing process.

In addition to meeting and talking with patients, genetic counselors spend their time gathering more

information, communicating with laboratories regarding what tests are offered and what's required to

get a test, advocating for patients with their insurance companies to assist ensure their tests are

covered, and notifying patients of test results. Many genetic counselors also do research, which helps

advance patient care.

For additional information about becoming a genetic counselor for your community, download the

NSGC brochure in English or Spanish (translated by Jenny Morgan and Liliana Navarrete from the

University of Alabama Birmingham).

Genetic Counseling Training Programs

Genetic counselors typically receive a baccalaureate in biology, science or a related field, then continue

to receive specialized training. Master's degrees in guidance are offered by programs accredited by the

Accreditation Council for guidance (ACGC).

These specialized programs are currently offered at approximately 40 schools within the us and Canada.

Hope helpful.

Follow up with the link to the data:

https://www.nsgc.org/page/becomeageneticcounselor

http://geneticcounselingboardindia.com/courses.html

Hello Aspirant!

Well, both are good courses, with good placements, good academics and learning potential. The only factor that should influence your decision is your interest and your priorities, desires in life.

So, If you tell me what sort of goals or what kind of life do you want for yourself, it would be much easier.

Hello,

With respect to the R& D sector what matters above all is the amount of practical knowledge and Research papers you have or research you have done. Doing internships to gain knowledge can be really helpful.

Now coming to your question of choosing which field-

According to the latest discoveries and Research going on I would suggest you to go initially for Genetics and genomes and to gain as much as knowledge you can. Genetics is a really vast and it us helpful in many ways. From genetically modified plants to genetics in curing diseases we have got everything in those tiny genes.

Further education from a deemed university can be really helpful in establishing your chance in R&D.

Thank you and all the best to you.

Hello,

It depends on your knowledge and interest whether to choose Bsc microbiology or Bsc in Genetics and genome.

Currently Genetics and genomes are playing a jey role in many research. According to me if you are interested in Genetics then you must choose genetics over Microbiology.

Genetics is a vast field and it has many application in many fields like Cell biology, food industry, vaccines and medicines, Diseases etc.

You can also give JAM examination after your BSc and secure a good rank and go for a good college.

Thank you and all the best.

hi,

see you can not join for master of science course unless you have completed your bsc courses. however after bsc in microbiology you may go for msc courses in biotechnology, bio chemistry, cell biology, microbiology etc. for msc in genetics, candidates need to hold a bachelors degree in genetics or genetics engineering or equivalent stream from a recognized university.

Hello,

According to the latest trends going on in the research field I would recommend you to think about MSc Microbial genetics and bioinformatics.

After securing a good rank in entrance exams you can go for colleges like IITs, IISc, IISER which have their separate departments for such studies.

Job Opportunities -

Researcher - One can join as a researcher in some government or private labs and can further continue education and research as well.

Lecturer - After clearing  CSIR-NET one can join as a lecturer in some university.

PHd-  A lot of students go abroad for PHd but make sure you have good academic background and research background with relevant information.

Lastly it depends on your interest and the amount of time you are willing to give to a particular field. Make sure you think about it. All the best.

Greetings, aspirant!

After getting your master's degree in Microbiology related fields, you can land a job in the private as well as the public sector.

You can make a career in various fields including healthcare, forensic sciences, environmental organisations, research institutions, pharmaceuticals, food and drink etc.

The job profiles that you can go for include:-

• Research assistant
• Quality control and assurance Technologies
• Clinical microbiologist
• Veterinary microbiologist
• Biomedical Scientist
• Food technologist
• Scientific laboratory technician
• Physicians associate
• Life science researcher

The top recruiters in this field include Siron Technology Pvt Ltd, Mascot International, Indian hotels Compant Ltd, Lakshmi life science Ltd etc.

The salaries may vary depending on your qualifications, job profile, location, employing firm, work experience etc. The average salary for microbiologists is between 2-3LPA

Hope this information helps

Best of luck!!

The different types of variations distributed in continuum is referred to as the continuous variation in genetics. The example might be our height and weight. It ranges from that of the shortest person in the world to that of the tallest person. Any height is possible between these values. So it is continuous variation.

The different types of variations that are placed into discrete values as in individual categories are referred as discontinuous variation. Example might be human blood group since there are only 4 types available - that is either it can be A, B, AB or O ; nothing in between. Another example might be Sextype - it can be male, female or transgender.

Hope you understood. Thank-you.